BTEC Forensic Science

• Level 2 Pathway - For students who still need to resit their Mathematics and English Language GCSE's to gain a Grade 4 alongside Level 2 BTECs.
  
• Level 3 Vocational - For students who have gained a grade 4 in their Mathematics and English Language OR English Literature.
• IBCP Programme - For students gaining 5 GCSE's at Grade 4 and above including Mathematics and English Language.
• Sports Academies (Basketball/Football) - For students wishing to pursue Sport professionally alongside their studies. The academy must be taken in addition to one of the other three pathways on offer.

Number of subjects required:

• Level 3 Pathway - Please select three Level 3 courses (BTEC or RSL)
• IBCP Pathway - Please select two IB Diploma courses and two Level 3 Vocational courses (BTEC or RSL)

Please see our website for our online prospectus, which includes more detailed information about each subject that we offer.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Level 2, Level 3 and IBCP pathway please apply via Kent Choices

To apply for the Basketball or Football academies please email parrym@ntc.kent.sch.uk to express interest and receive invitations to trials.

National Foundation Diploma - Equivalent to 1.5 A Levels

Forensic Science is the use of scientific methods to analyse evidence and assist in legal decision making. It is a vital part of the the criminal justice system. The course develops key applied and forensic science skills.

Unit 1 - Principles & Applications of Science

Unit 2 - Practical Scientific Procedures & Techniques

Unit 3 - Science Investigation Skills

Unit 4 - Forensic Investigation Procedures & Practices

Unit 10 - Forensic Fire Investigation

Unit 12 - Forensic Photography

Units 1 & 3 are assessed externally through exams.

The remaining 4 units are coursework based which are internally assessed and externally moderated.

You must have at least:

4 in GCSE English Language

4 in GCSE Mathematics

4:3 in GCSE Combined Science

University Degrees in:

Cyber Security & Digital Forensics, Forensic Chemistry, Forensic Science, Forensic Psychology etc.

Employment in: Forensic computer analyst, Laboratory scientist, Police officer, Research scientist etc.

Higher Level Apprenticeships